Marketing Definition, Function and Strategy

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Which of the following best describes the role of 'promotion' within the broader definition of marketing?

  • It solely focuses on advertising and public relations.
  • It is limited to short-term sales tactics and incentives.
  • It encompasses all activities related to communicating and persuading target audiences. (correct)
  • It involves only the distribution of marketing materials.

A company manufactures custom-fit clothing. Which type of utility does this primarily create for consumers?

  • Form utility (correct)
  • Possession utility
  • Place utility
  • Time utility

Which of the following scenarios demonstrates 'place utility' in marketing?

  • A bakery bakes fresh bread daily.
  • A company delivers its products directly to customers' homes. (correct)
  • A clothing company designs a new line of sustainable clothing.
  • A furniture store offers a 'no interest if paid in full within 3 years' payment plan.

A retailer decides to stay open 24/7. Which type of utility is the retailer primarily focusing on improving?

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A car dealership offers multiple financing options. Which type of utility does this primarily create for consumers?

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What is the primary goal of developing and maintaining a marketing mix?

<p>To satisfy the needs of the target market. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the AMA definition, what is the ultimate outcome marketing seeks to achieve?

<p>Satisfying individual or organizational objectives. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which element is essential for creating a successful marketing strategy?

<p>Analyzing the target market. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the most accurate and complete definition of marketing?

<p>The process of planning and executing the conception, pricing, promotion, and distribution of ideas, goods, and services to create exchanges that satisfy individual or organizational objectives. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of 'exchange' relate to the definition of marketing?

<p>It highlights the mutually beneficial relationship where both parties receive something of value. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Marketing (AMA Definition)

The process of planning and executing the conception, pricing, promotion, and distribution of ideas, goods, and services to create exchanges that satisfy individual or organizational objectives.

Possession Utility

The utility created when someone takes ownership of a product.

Form Utility

The utility created when raw materials are converted into finished goods.

Time Utility

The utility created by making a product available when a customer needs it.

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Place Utility

The utility created by making a product available where a customer needs it.

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Marketing Strategy

A plan for selecting and analyzing a target market and developing and maintaining a marketing mix that will satisfy this target market.

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Target Market

A specific group of consumers at which a company aims its products and services.

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Marketing Mix

A set of marketing tools the firm uses to pursue its marketing objectives in the target market.

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Study Notes

  • Marketing can be defined as the "art of selling"
  • Marketing is the process of planning and executing the conception, pricing, promotion, and distribution of ideas, goods, and services to create exchanges that satisfy individual or organizational objectives, according to the AMA (American Marketing Association).

Marketing Function

  • Marketing function helps create utility in exchange for value.
  • The four types of utility are:
    • Possession Utility
    • Form Utility
    • Time Utility
    • Place Utility

Marketing Strategy

  • Marketing strategy involves creating a plan for selecting and analyzing a target market.
  • The plan also includes developing and maintaining a marketing mix that will satisfy the target market.

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